The last official month of winter but not necessarily the last of the cold months, February is a great time to visit the Southern USA. This part of the country gets particularly hot in summer, so tourists will only care for the beaches and often totally ignore the distinct atmosphere of the old South. A weekend city break in some southern city can bring the much wanted variation of your week end routine, not to mention a well-deserved break for the snow and cold in the north. Hence, toda... [ read more ]
Travellers and party-goers all over the world, be ready to face a new edition of New Orleans’ famous carnival. The 2012 edition debuts on the 4th of February, with the usual Krewe de Vieux parade. (For those of you who don’t know,’ krewe’ is a name used to designate the organizations who participate in the carnival parade, similar to the samba schools at the carnival in Rio de Janeiro). Across the next couple of weeks, the city will be the host of numerous parades, parties and even... [ read more ]
Fancy an early vacation in the US? If this is the case, you should think well whether you’d like to hit the slopes while it’s still peak season or warm up somewhere in California or Florida. No matter what your choice, chances are high that you will spend less money than in other months, as January is not a common month to go on vacation – which also means you won’t be bothered by the crowds, if I come to think about it. Take a look at these 2012 early bird vacation destinations in t... [ read more ]
Christmas and New Year might be the highlights of every winter season in the US, but there is always a price to pay. With all the cooking, travelling, eating and partying they involve, one might end up quite tired. And being tired is definitely not a good condition to start a new year.Fortunately, the solution is quite simple: take the weekend off, turn off your phone and head for the nearest spa resort. The good old steam bath and some professional massage sessions are known to make won... [ read more ]
The New Year’s Eve is one of the most expected nights in the year and a huge holiday in the United States. Like in most Christian countries, the New Year is celebrated on the 1st of January, even though it is rather secular holiday, with no religious significance. In USA, New Year usually means white nights, crazy parties, good company, good food and, most importantly, optimism and good time. For anyone interested in spending the New Year in the United States, here are some popular US food... [ read more ]
With the Rockies and Appalachians stretching along its coastlines and several Winter Olympics hosts titles in its portfolio, USA is one of the best places to spend and unforgettable ski vacation. Even though European travellers might prefer the Alps for very obvious financial and logistic reasons, they shouldn’t miss the opportunity to try out some US ski runs while visiting the country. As for US skiers in search for a change, why not forget Colorado and Utah for a moment and try out one ... [ read more ]
One thing that has always fascinated me in regard to the United States has been the country’s desire to display and in many cases even acquire for considerable amount of money the masterpieces of Europe’s most prestigious artists. Even though the states have given us a lot of highly influential artists like Basquiat, Warhol or Jackson Pollock, American artists aren’t the only attraction in America’s famous museums. Practically, a big US museum can offer you just as many authentic mas... [ read more ]
Everglades National Park in Florida is among those wild and unique places which keep calling you back years after you left them. Situated close to Miami in the southern part of Florida, the Everglades are actually a vast wetland, where the abundant water and sub-tropical climate nurture an incredibly diverse fauna. The unique landscapes and complex ecosystems are among the main reasons to visit the Everglades, but some are also attracted by the activities available around the park or the exc... [ read more ]
If you are one of those individuals who dreams about snow even in the most beautiful summer day and knows the meaning of a black diamond ski run, than I’m sure you won’t mind a review on these best rated ski runs in the US. With iconic ski resorts like Aspen and Jackson Hole setting the standards on the West Coast and the smaller, cosier resorts in the Eastern Vermont or New Hampshire, the United States are among the most popular ski destinations in the world. Here come some ski rides th... [ read more ]
An old European tradition, Christmas markets enjoy an increasing popularity in the United States. A combination of a farmers market and country fair, Christmas markets are usually held during the first week of December, so that people can but the gifts and delicacies necessary for the preparation of the Christmas dinner. Most Christmas markets in US can be found in the major cities on the East Coast. It is cities like Philadelphia, Baltimore or New York, where European settlers of Germanic d... [ read more ]
